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New York Court Rules Against Kesha’s Anti-SLAPP Defense in Dr. Luke Defamation Lawsuit
A New York court has ruled that the state’s updated anti-SLAPP laws do not apply to the defamation lawsuit filed against Kesha by Lukasz “Dr. Luke” Gottwald, reversing a decision made by New York Supreme Court Justice Jennifer Schecter last June. The First Judicial Department of the Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court made the decision on Thursday (March 10), as Billboard reports and Pitchfork can confirm. “The fact that the amended statute is remedial, and that the legislature provided that the amendments shall take effect immediately, does not support the conclusion that the legislature intended retroactive application of the amendments,” wrote the court in their decision. Pitchfork has contacted representatives for both Kesha and Dr. Luke for comment. Last year, Judge...
Here Are the Lyrics to Parker McCollum’s ‘To Be Loved by You’
Parker McCollum wants to know what it’s like “To Be Loved by You” in his latest smash, which peaked at No. 2 on Billboard‘s Country Airplay chart and No. 46 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week (dated March 12). He was announced as the new male artist of the year winner at the 57th annual ACM Awards ahead of the awards show broadcast earlier this week, where he performed “Pretty Heart.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news Check out the lyrics below. Hell, maybe I’m right, maybe I’m wrongFinding out why shouldn’t take this longEasier said than done, I guessI’m a little bit harder to love than the restWhy does this have to be so hard?Doin’ my best to hold your heartAnd I, I’ll never let it go again So why are you always angry?Why are you always quiet?Why do you sleep aloneWhen I know yo...
The Ledger: Leaving Russia Will Have Little Impact on Streaming Services, Record Labels
The Ledger is a weekly newsletter about the economics of the music business sent to Billboard Pro subscribers. An abbreviated version of the newsletter is published online. Strong steps taken by Western music companies to cease operations in Russia will have a big impact on the country but will do little damage to the global market. Russia is the 16th largest recorded music market in the world with a trade value $199 million in 2020, according to the IFPI. That was on par with Sweden, which has about 7% of Russia’s population, as well as Mexico, India and Switzerland. For the largest record labels, music publishers and music streaming companies, each with multi-billion-dollar revenues, Russia is a tiny part of their worldwide businesses. Spotify’s decision to suspend operations in Rus...
UFC Fight Night: How to Watch the ‘Santos vs. Ankalaev’ Bout Online
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Thiago Santos and Magomed Ankalaev are preparing to go head-to-head in Sin City. The UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Ankalaev bout will take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Saturday (March 12) and will stream on ESPN+. The light heavyweight battle pits a veteran against a onetime title challenger. Santos, a 38-year-old Brazilian mixed martial artist, ranks at No. 5 on the UFC Light Heavyweight ranking. Ankalaev, a 29-year-old mixed martial artist from Russia, ranks just below Santos at No. 6. The UFC Vegas 50 co-main event will feature Marlon Moraes, ...
How to Watch BTS’ Seoul Concert in Theaters
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. While BTS has returned to the stage this week for a three-show run in Seoul, those who can’t make it out to Seoul can still get in on the action. The K-pop superstars performed the first of the BTS Permission to Dance on Stage – Seoul shows on Thursday (March 10) and will continue the rest on March 12 and 13 at the Seoul Olympic Stadium in front of a live audience. The March 10 and March 13 dates will be streamed live online for members of the ARMY unable to attend the shows in-person, while the March 12 performance will be broadcast in cinemas across the wo...
Former W.A.S.P. Guitarist CHRIS HOLMES Begins Chemo And Radiation Treatment For Throat And Neck Cancer
Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes has begun undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments in his battle with cancer in throat and neck. Earlier today (Friday, March 11), the 63-year-old musician’s wife and manager, Cathy-Sarah Holmes, who first shared the news of his diagnosis in a social media post last month, issued the following update on his condition: “Chris started the first chemo (he will have 3 rounds) last Monday. They don’t let me sleep at the hospital then at 8pm I had to leave it was difficult. Chris said to the doctor ‘Do you know in 10 years it is the first time my wife and I are separated’ but when I arrived the next morning with a big smile he said ‘I missed you’. He started also his radiation every day from Monday to Friday...
HENRY ROLLINS Has ‘Never Regretted’ His Decision To Stop Making Music
In a new interview with Andy Hall of the Des Moines, Iowa radio station Lazer 103.3, punk rock icon Henry Rollins once again discussed his decision to stop making music 15 years ago after spending well over a decade recording and touring with ROLLINS BAND, his alt-rock powerhouse. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “I had no more lyrics. I no longer thought in lyrical form. If you made me sit down and write a song, I’d have to write it like someone who just likes listening to the radio or make something rhyme. ‘Love — dove…’ Hmmm. A chorus? Oh. No. Call Paul McCartney, ’cause I’m not him. And so one day, it was just over. “I’m not a musician. I can’t play an instrument,” he continued. “I can pick them up and carry...
Next QUIET RIOT Album Will Contain One Song With KEVIN DUBROW’s Vocals
Rudy Sarzo says that QUIET RIOT‘s upcoming studio album will include a song that was originally recorded with the band’s founding vocalist Kevin DuBrow. The 71-year-old musician, who recently rejoined QUIET RIOT after an 18-year absence, spoke about the possibility of fresh material from the group during an interview with the “The Rock N’ Roll & Coffee Show”. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “We’ve got so many songs right now. I’m really, really excited. “We have to look at our schedule. We’re gonna start working on [the new QUIET RIOT record] in the summertime. We’ve got a few tracks already done. And then we’re just looking at what else we need to add to it. “A lot of the tracks have [late QUIE...
DISTURBED And AVENGED SEVENFOLD Singers Speak Out Against Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
DISTURBED‘s David Draiman and AVENGED SEVENFOLD‘s M. Shadows have publicly criticized Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill. The bill, titled “Parental Rights In Education”, has been dubbed by critics the “Don’t Say Gay” bill because it seeks to ban discussion of gender and sexuality issues with younger students. On Thursday (March 20), Draiman, who recently announced plans to relocate to Miami from Honolulu, took to his Twitter to share a Miami Herald article about protests that have erupted in Florida after the passage of the controversial bill in the state legislature, and he included the following message: ” This is fucking ridiculous. #GAYGAYGAYGAYGAYGAYGAY”. Earlier today, M. Shadows weighed in on Draima...
Benny The Butcher Drops Visuals To “10 More Commandments”
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty It’s been 25 years since Biggie passed away and left hustlers with a “Do’s and Don’t” list in the classic Life After Death cut, “10 Crack Commandments.” Now Benny The Butcher is taking it upon himself to add 10 more rules to the hustler’s manual and comes through with the visuals to “10 More Commandments” in which he pays much homage and respect to the Notorious B.I.G. while blessing block huggers with more instructions on how to go about their business. Starting off at 20 with “count the money” and working his way down to 10, Benny drops some gems that should be common sense but are often overlooked such as “don’t ever burn the plug” and “no social media posting.” Dudes really do be burning plugs and bragging on social media though. ...
Baes & Baddies: Meet Voluptuous ICU Nurse & Sports Illustrated Swim Search Finalist Hillory Fields
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Hillory Fields / @hillorybanks The annual Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue has taken strides over the years to promote diversity and various body styles via the popular magazine series. This year, the 2022 Sports Illustrated features a jaw-dropping beauty in Ms. Hillory Fields, an ICU nurse out there on the frontlines and definitely more than just a pretty face. It’s been a while since we’ve updated the Baes & Baddies segment but we believe Fields, known on Instagram as @hillorybanks, should definitely grace the cover for reasons you’re sure to understand in a few. But it’s not just serving looks and bawdy with Fields as she’s a budding boss who is now part of the tech space. Check out her 2022 Sports Illustrated Swim Search Finalist profile below: F...
Kanye West Served Subpoena For Federal Fraud Trial of Ex-Employee
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images / Getty Ye, also known as Kanye West, will be appearing in court after being summoned to testify in a trial involving his former employee. The rapper and culture maven was issued a subpoena to appear and testify at the upcoming federal trial of Arjun Dhillon, which is set to take place at the Drisken Courthouse in Chicago, Illinois. Dhillon is facing charges of wire fraud, which involved him “falsely representing his association with Kanye West to secure a $250,000 payment” to a philanthropist based in Florida, according to prosecutors. The victim managed to prevent the fraud after contacting his bank. Dhillon is also alleged to have created several fake email accounts to convince the victim that he was still...
